Plan the Perfect Gingerbread Cookie Decorating Party for Your Kids and Their Friends

A cookie decorating party is a fun way to keep the kids occupied and entertained during the holidays. Plus, the materials are inexpensive to supply for this DIY soiree.

Set up your party in a contained area. Your breakfast table is the perfect place to let kids get a little messy with their gingerbread cookie creations.

Simple kid-sized aprons get a big bump in cuteness when a custom iron-on gingerbread man design is added. This is a low-cost way to create a favor for your party guests that also keeps their party clothes (relatively) clean. Download our free printable.

Protect your table from any spills by covering it with craft paper. Use a solid black matte version and decorate the table with festive colored chalk.